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If that's a spinning reel didn't you get an extra spool? If so I'd put Yo-Zuri soft hybrid on one and Power Pro 4/15 or 6/20 on the other. Just mke sure you use backing for the braid

I'm not the fisherman many on here are but I have the new Mitchell 300 series as well as the Shimano Sahara and don't see alot of difference other than the price. If you want to spend some major bucks you'll have to listen to the pro's 'cause I'm not the go to guy on the expensive reels. I just think it's crazy to spend alot on a reel unless you're a pro.

My eyes have been opened. I bought 2 BPS Extremes and love them even though my fishing trips have kinda sucked lately because of one thing or another. I guess what is said is true, they call it fishing not catching for a reason. I will continue to use my Sticks 'cause they have caught many a fish including a 3.5lb smallie but am going to get some more BPS Extremes as well as other "on sale" rods. It would be nice if someone would alert me of a killer sale on rods when it happens.

I've heard Berkley is coming out with a new line this summer. Any truth to this as far as anyone knows? If you've got some inside info let's hear it. I'm pretty happy with my Fireline although I know alot of people on here don't like it. It's still on one of my reels but Power Pro has taken over the others except one of my ultra lights because Fireline Crystal is getting a second chance because of my inexperience with braids . I do have some spare spools that have Yo-Zuri Ultrasoft on them just in case I need it.

If you don't want to get too technical get some friction tape and put it directly on the spool overlapping just a bit before respooling. I'm no tourney fisherman and will never be, but I do know from experience if you don't put backing down before braid it will slip.

Save your money. I'm gonna give Fireline Crystal another try now that I know you need backing with braids but I'll only be using it on my ultra light. My go to line on everything else now is Power Pro, however if Crystal does the job on the UL it may get promoted. I do like the invisibility concept 'cause when the water is shallow and clear and the fish are finicky it makes me wonder if they see the line and say "no thanks". I do have a problem with these lines that you get one spooling for $15 though.

You have entered the break the bank site of fishing, lol. This site is very informative which will lead you to what to fish with including rods and reels. These guys have helped me not only change my Wal-Mart's got it perspective but enlightened me on where,what, and how to fish. Ok, alot of times Wally World does have it. I got 2 new rigs from suggestions by more advanced anglers than me and am very happy. This stuff is addictive. Welcome to the sight and I hope you stay and get the fever.

I have ordered a Rockhopper motor guard for my Nissan 6hp. As far as I know they are the only ones that have a total lower unit guard for my motor. I have a Mac's river runner on it now, but it only protects the prop and not very well. Anyone else have a Rock hopper?

You might try to find a used coleman crawdad or something similar. I bought a Pelican Bass Raider on sale new for $450 at Dick's and loaded it on top of my jeep. I'm sure if you look around you could probably find one less than $350

I had the pelican bass raider and really liked it. But I think I like my Porta-Bote better. If I had a truck I wouldn't have to worry about putting it together every time I go fishing. This thing is really stable and virtually indestructible. It also floats when full of water but is kinda pricey.

When I gather all the info I'll let you know what I would do but it probably won't fit the boards suggestions 'cause I'm a little more devious than most. I may have to PM you so I won't get in trouble with the powers that be on here.

If you're gonna keep minnows for an extended period of time, say a week (that is if they make it) do you have to feed them and if so what? Also do you have to change the water or just add fresh? I have them in a 10gal industrial water cooler now with an aerator.

I don't know what price range you're looking at and if you're deadset on making it yourself but I've got a 12' Porta-Bote and it does great on the rivers here in VA. I've also had it on a lake and did really well there too. I've got a 6hp Nissan pushing it and imagine a decent size trolling motor would push it pretty good on a pond or lake. The hull itself weighs 69lbs but that doesn't include the seats. I put the hull on top of my Jeep and all the seats inside. I didn't read all the posts so I don't know if anyone else has suggested this but I just thought I'd give you another option. If you want to look at it go to Porta-Bote.com. Let me know what you think.

In case you want my opinion which doesn't count for much what I do is put Yozuri-ultra soft 6 or 4lb on one spool then Power Pro on the other. I'm not sure about bait casters but most spinning reels come with a spare spool. I know you didn't ask about braids but you shouldn't count them out. I love my Power pro but am equally as happy with the Yozuri.

Not sure but that looks like he new Maxx.